"I learn little things like coming off the pick and roll," said Cowan. "I learn leaderhship and I get much better going against them one on one in practice everyday."

Though he isn't the biggest point guard around, Cowan is unafraid of physical play. He wants to hit the weight room when the season is over but has a good handle on his game.

"My strength is getting down the lane and being able to dish and score," said Cowan. "My role right now is to come off the bench and bring intensity and defense. I need to get better at making my open jump shots, distributing more and you can always improve on defense."